Surrey student experience

Current students share their thoughts on planning for university, student life and what it’s like to study at the University of Surrey.

Living in student halls in first year

Moving into halls was probably the one of the most exciting things that has ever happened to me! I met my absolute best friends who I still live with 3 years later and have so many amazing memories. It really is your first taste of being an adult and, here at Surrey, you are supported […]


Top tips for writing your personal statement

On Tuesday 10th November, our current students held an Instagram live on the @surreystudent account, speaking about what to include in your personal statements and their own experiences. You can watch this back at any time on IGTV and read about their top tips below: Hey everyone, I’m Kaltun and I am studying English Literature […]


Employability within and after uni

This article will explore the wide range of employability services that the University of Surrey has established in order to help students throughout their degree. Now, more than ever, it is crucial to pick a university that truly cares about the careers of their graduates. This is something that our University excels at, with our […]


Renting your first house in second year

Moving into your first house is an amazing experience! You’ll be living with your closest friends and have a much bigger sense of independence. For me, having a living room was a massive upgrade and I have so many memories of socials and Netflix marathons. It can be challenging to navigate this extra responsibility and […]


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